Continuing - Learning Services Teacher - Prospective Needs FTE: Up to 1.0 (multiple positions)

Learning Services Teacher – Elementary & Secondary Prospective Needs

Continuing & Temporary with up to 1.0 FTE

District - Learning Services (with assignments in schools)

Locations to be determined

WHO WE ARE

From coastal beaches to mountain forests, North Vancouver School District – “the natural place to learn” – provides world-class instruction and a rich diversity of engaging programs to inspire success for every student. Our 25 elementary and 7 secondary schools, 2600 staff and 16,000 students offer a safe and nurturing environment based on trust, respect, responsibility and collaboration. Noted for its progressive approach to instruction, firm belief in Inclusive Education, advocacy for Indigenizing learning, and emphasis on social-emotional learning, the North Vancouver School District is a great place to learn, share and grow!

THE ROLE

The Learning Services Teacher will assist with case management of high and low incidence students with learning and behaviour goals while working collaboratively with additional LST on staff. Working collaboratively with classroom teachers to develop instructional and assessment strategies to meet the learning needs of students is also a requirement of the assignment. A demonstrated ability to develop Individualized Education Plans for students is also required.

North Vancouver School District is seeking applications from qualified Learning Services Teachers in anticipation of our potential needs for the 2022-23 school year. Successful applicants would receive a continuing contract, and would be encouraged to apply in category E.20.6.a for positions for which they have the required qualifications and experience; if unsuccessful through the post and fill process, HR would be in contact with the candidate regarding available positions in the summer. If, after August 15, there is only one position available for which a teacher has the required qualifications, they may be placed into that position. Successful applicants who are not placed by September would be asked to work full in an on-call capacity, replacing daily or extended absences as needed, until a position becomes available.

NECESSARY QUALIFICATIONS

• Must possess valid certification or eligibility for certification through the BC Teacher Regulation Branch (TRB)

• A Bachelor of Education Degree in Secondary Education.

• Successful experience teaching at the Secondary level.

• Masters Degree or Diploma in Special Education.

• Successful completion of a university Level B testing course and related intervention courses.

• Successful experience and demonstrated ability in using Ministry Special Education criteria to set up and implement adapted and modified programs.

• Successful experience and demonstrated ability in creating extensive, individualized education plan for students.

• Demonstrated skill in developing instructional and behavioral strategies to assist classroom teachers.

• Strong communication skills in dealing with parents, teachers and School Based Resource Team members. Knowledge and experience in adapting and or modifying instruction for students who have developmental disabilities such as autism and fetal alcohol spectrum disorders.

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  WHAT WE REQUIRE

• Demonstrated commitment to excellence in teaching.

• Excellent verbal, written, facilitation and organizational skills.

• Displays social-emotional competencies of self-awareness, empathy, flexibility, relationship-building and responsible decision-making.

• Within a collaborative environment, develop a comprehensive understanding of curriculum with the ability to influence instruction, assessment, indigenous education and social-emotional learning practices.

• Ability to implement effective strategies to engage and support academic success for all learners in an inclusive environment

• Experience in designing and applying various assessment techniques to measure and monitor student progress.

• Committed to professional development with a desire to learn and implement new methodologies and strategies to provide a creative, engaged, and inclusive classroom experience.

• Demonstrated ability to apply relevant computer technologies to teaching and learning.

• Collaborates with students, parents and staff to enhance the school as a learning community.

• SALARY & BENEFITS

• The starting annual salary for a full-time Teaching position ranges from $58,000 to $107,000, with placement on the range based on aggregate teaching experience and qualifications in accordance with the collective agreement. Salaries are pro-rated for part-time positions.

HOW TO APPLY TO THIS POSTING:

1. Create your profile on Make A Future,

1. Apply to click "APPLY ONLINE" at the bottom of the posting.

1. Please include the following documents and information with your application:

• Completed application package.

• Please complete all the sections including Experience, Education & References and answer all the corresponding questions.

• Minimum of three (3) professional teaching references who have observed your work as a teacher.

• For each referee, please include the names, titles, and email addresses and your professional relationship.

• Cover Letter

• Résumé

• Final Practicum Reports, or a recent Principal's Evaluation (if you have been teaching for a few years)

• Copy of transcript(s) or grades summary

All candidates are required to submit to a BC Ministry Criminal Record Check and a local Police Criminal Record Check as condition of employment.

North Vancouver School District is an equal opportunity employer with a strong commitment to diversity, inclusion, equity and an accessible environment. It is our priority to remove barriers to provide equal access to employment. We strongly encourage applications from Indigenous peoples, racialized people, people with disabilities, people from gender and sexually diverse communities and/or people with intersectional identities. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply, and we will provide appropriate accommodation for candidates with disabilities or accessibility needs throughout the recruitment process, upon request. Please contact HR for any questions, accommodations or specific requests at View email address on makeafuture.applytoeducation.com.

We value the opportunity to learn, share and grow on the traditional territory of the Coast Salish people, specifically the Skwxwú7mesh Nation and Tsleil-Waututh Nation.

*All applicants must be legally entitled to work in Canada without sponsorship.

** The North Vancouver School District values the time you have taken to submit your application; however, only those applicants selected to move forward will be contacted.**